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as in to visit
to make a brief visit
I just thought I'd run in and pick up my package
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
if we catch you shoplifting again, we're going to run you in
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Recent Examples of run in
Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 13 June 2026
The president’s approval rating has dropped consistently for months, forcing Republicans running in midterm elections to battle heavy headwinds with unhappy voters.
—Catherine Lucey, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 27 May 2026
Lindsie Chrisley Campbell's recent arrest follows several members of her family's run-ins with the law over the years.
—Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 26 May 2026
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Verb
Toronto's Kevin Gausman allowed one hit and one run in seven innings.
—Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 13 June 2026
The president’s approval rating has dropped consistently for months, forcing Republicans running in midterm elections to battle heavy headwinds with unhappy voters.
—Catherine Lucey, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Noun
Over the course of its six seasons, many celebrities got a shoutout based on their real run-ins with the Windsors—including Crawford.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 27 May 2026
Lindsie Chrisley Campbell's recent arrest follows several members of her family's run-ins with the law over the years.
—Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run in
Verb
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Bald eagles, owls, hawks, falcons and vultures are all among the birds of prey visitors can see when visiting the 3-acre property on Lake Sybelia, which is one of 55 Audubon centers and sanctuaries nationwide.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 June 2026
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After visiting the metro, however, the couple fell in love with the City of Fountains.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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The woman briefly tried to evade authorities on foot before being arrested, according to the release.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Bryan has been arrested on multiple DUI and domestic violence charges in the past several years.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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During the encounter, the trooper said Parady allegedly appeared to be heavily intoxicated.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Astronomer and UFOlogist Jacques Vallée appears to shed additional light on Juan’s story, and dramatic effects sequences dramatize the emotional impact of his close encounter.—
Katie Rife,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Nimmo also came over to check on his former New York Mets’ teammate.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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In Genesee, the main threat might come over the hills from Evergreen, said Boyles.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Verb
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For Portugal’s Vitinha, 26, Brazil’s Vinicius Junior and Norway’s Haaland, both 25, and France’s Michael Olise, 24, there might be no better opportunity to seize.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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The Spurs made 14 3-pointers, a Finals record for one half, to seize control of this game in a stunning display of shot-making and poise.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Shortly before the opening of Nasdaq trading on Friday, Elon Musk stepped in front of a cheerful crowd at SpaceX’s company town in Texas.—
Jordan Novet,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
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Paranoid and living his life in as much privacy as possible, the film's ending is an incredible feat of powerful acting — and a generous reminder that Hackman never lost a step in his effusive career.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
Verb
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There’s plenty to see and do on this one street—stop by Colonial Park Cemetery, established in 1750; the Juliet Gordon Low Birthplace Museum, honoring the founder of the Girl Scouts; then grab a bite at Marbled & Fin, where luxe appetizers and aged steaks reign supreme.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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After Corbin made his introduction to the Islanders as a whole back at the fire pit, Melanie was the first to grab him for a chat.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The majority of visitors to Santa Monica National Recreation Area come by car.—
Margaux Lushing,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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The Knicks’ last two wins have each come by only a point, including their epic 29-point comeback in Game 4.—
Joelle Gross,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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“Run in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/run%20in. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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